About Us
About Stone & Chalk
Grow your startup faster with Stone & Chalk
Entrepreneurs can change the world. We’re here to help you do it.
We take away the roadblocks and give you the tools, support, and community to help you move faster.
You join a network of founders, investors, mentors, and partners who believe in what you’re building and want to see you succeed.
From expert advice to funding and partnerships, we help turn your big ideas into real impact.
Our mission
Stone & Chalk comes from the saying:
"Some things are set in stone, the rest is written in chalk."
While some foundations remain firm, the future is always changing – and we all can influence it.
That’s why we exist: to help Australia grow into a more sustainable, tech-driven economy.
As a not-for-profit, we back innovators at every stage. We support startups, growing tech businesses, companies, and government to solve big problems, move faster, and create real impact.
From sustainability to diversity, we make sure innovation works for everyone.
We help build the Australian tech industry
Startups and scaleups
We help emerging tech companies grow by giving you:
- Modern workspaces in Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide
- Access to investors, mentors, and customers
- A community of founders with similar goals
- Growth programs built for your business
- Opportunities to work with corporate partners
- Expert guidance and support
Government & Corporates
We help corporations and government organisations think like startups by:
- Connecting you with new technology
- Offering guidance for strategic innovation
- Helping shape your innovation policies
- Supporting the growth of startups and tech
Emerging tech ecosystem
Our events bring the tech community together to share, connect, and grow.
From industry talks to networking sessions, we create partnerships that keep Australian tech moving forward.
When you join us, you join a community of thinkers, doers, investors, and experts shaping the future of technology here in Australia.
Our commitment to cyber
From 1 July 2024, AustCyber has transitioned from being a government-funded Industry Growth Centre to being integrated under the ‘Stone & Chalk Cyber’ umbrella.
This marks the final step in its successful merger with Stone & Chalk, which began in 2021.
For the past seven years, AustCyber has been a powerhouse in Australia's cyber security industry, supporting startups and scaleups, delivering the Sector Competitiveness Plan, and driving innovation and change within the sector.
While AustCyber's role as a growth centre is changing, the story continues.
We will continue to support the cyber security community with a range of opportunities for those interested in and pursuing this important field.
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